Introduction to Sociology

At the end of the course, students shall demonstrate the following competencies: 1. define sociology and identify its basic concepts in the society; 2. differentiate between social norms and societal behaviour in different societies; 3. identify the different societal problems emanating from urbanisation; 4. describe the various theories of social stratification; 5. sate the effect of urbanisation resulting the urban rural dichotomy on both rural and urban areas.

Social norms and behaviour; social theory; Types of different societies; Sociology of Planning Meaning of Sociology and its basic concepts. Define such concepts as society, social actions (interactions, relationships, organizations, control and culture). Types of groups, Associations, Institutions and communities. Social Stratification. Various theorists of consensus and conflict- Marx Weber, Karl Marx, Davis. Social Problems Emanating from Urbanization process. Urbanization process. Urban –Rural Continuum with particular reference to Nigeria. Urban Rural Dichotomy. Effects of urbanization, Over- Population, Under- Population on the Urban and Rural centres. Behavioural Implications of urbanization and urbanism- violence, mental stress, delinquency.